- About Us
Overview
KVC Missouri is a nonprofit team that’s passionate about strengthening families, preventing child abuse and neglect, and helping people achieve mental wellness. Learn about KVC Missouri.
- Services
At KVC, we want every child and adult to be safe & connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We’re proud to be a leader in innovative, effective and compassionate care. See our services and programs overview.
- Locations
Locations Across Missouri
KVC offers Missouri’s most comprehensive continuum of care with family strengthening services, foster care case management, foster parent training and licensing, children’s mental health treatment, K-12 therapeutic education and more.
Get Connected
- Get Involved
Your Help Matters
There are many ways you can help make a positive impact on a child’s life.
How You Can Get Involved
- Events
Events
KVC Missouri provides a robust offering of trainings and community outreach events to support the needs of children and families across the state.
- Resources
KVC Missouri Resources
Our free resources help you stay informed and educated about mental health, brain development and childhood trauma as well as how KVC Missouri is working toward building healthier communities.
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Handbags of Hope

We’ve got something special lined up that you won’t want to miss – our Handbags of Hope auction is now a HAPPY HOUR!
Join us to bid on unique handbags, dine on delicious food, and connect with other like-minded friends. It’s all about supporting kids in our care in Southwest Missouri.
This year’s theme is ‘In Our KVC Era,’ with Taylor Swift fun throughout the event – think friendship bracelets, plenty of pop music, and more! Join us for a day of style and giving back. Seating is limited, so register today.
Click here to register for Handbags of Hope!
What: Handbags of Hope
When: Thursday, September 5 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: White River Conference Center in Springfield, MO
Why: Support kids in KVC Missouri’s care + HAVE FUN!
Select sponsorships are available. Contact Trudy Smith at 417-983-7637 or trusmith@kvc.org to learn more today.







